2011 Mazda MX-5 prices in California

$17,790

Median asking price

6 active listings · Updated November 15, 2026

6 total listings · 1996–present generation

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2011 Mazda MX-5 — representative listing photo
Representative listing photo. Trim and equipment may vary.

California price overview

Typical asking price range

$17,590 – $17,990 All 6 listings · Middle 50% of asking prices

Median asking price

$17,790

Trim, mileage and condition change what a comparable vehicle costs.

As of November 15, 2026, the median asking price for a 2011 Mazda MX-5 in California is $17,790, based on 6 active dealer listings tracked by VinAssessment.

Behind the price

Price range & market sample

How we calculate this ↓

The median asking price for a 2011 Mazda MX-5 in California is $17,790 based on 6 active listings.

6 active dealer listings Snapshot November 15, 2026 · refreshed daily

27-day asking price change: +$534.

Typical: $17,590–$17,990 — the middle half of 6 asking prices

Median $17,790
$16K low $18K high

Why the wide range? Price depends mostly on configuration and mileage — see below. This spread covers the middle 96% of asking prices: we exclude the cheapest and priciest 2% to reduce the influence of extreme values. This does not verify title status or guarantee that every erroneous listing is excluded.

$17,790
Pre-owned median (6)
43,340
Average mileage
+$2,619
vs national average

What moves the price

Mileage

Asking prices run about $17,492 at 15K–30K miles and fall to $11,388 over 105K miles — roughly $700 for every 10,000 miles. These are different vehicles; trim, condition and equipment also vary.

Observed spread: up to $6,104
About these price differences

The $17,590–$17,990 typical range isn't randomness — one factor explains most of it:

Biggest factor in these observed spreads: Mileage. These groups contain different vehicles.

Find your mileage and trim in the configurator below.

Configure the exact car

Choose a state and trim once to update the connected price tables and charts for a 2011 Mazda MX-5. Mileage adjusts the estimate only.

The configurator starts with United States prices for all trims. Select a state to explore its estimates; the report heading and overview above describe the page's state.

Total miles the car has already driven, as shown on its odometer.

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Estimated asking price · All trims

$15,990
$11,995 – $17,590

37 listings · Nationwide

ⓘ This is a modelled estimate based on current listings and market data. Actual prices may vary.

Estimate assumptions

at typical mileage, nationwide

Modelled from 37 real asking prices, adjusted for mileage and location. An illustrative estimate from mixed listing groups, not matched vehicles. Not a formal appraisal.

Live 2011 Mazda MX-5 listings, priced by VIN

Compared with all listings All-listings median $17,790

Price differences are not deal ratings. Compare equipment, mileage and vehicle history before judging a price.

Every VIN links to a full market report: decode, active listings and the local price band.

A little comparison goes a long way

What else could you drive?

Compare 2011 Mazda MX-5 with other models from the same year. Choose the trims that matter to you.

About this comparison ↓

As of November 15, 2026, among alternatives (model years 2011–2013) to the 2011 Mazda MX-5 in this catalog, the 2011 Chevrolet Camaro has the lowest median asking price ($12,142, 28 listings with photos) and the 2011 Ford Mustang the highest ($17,923, 21 listings).

Comparison catalog · Snapshot November 15, 2026, 05:00 UTC · Only listings with photos. This sample is separate from the price overview above and its figures differ.

Trim counts are before price screening. Trim names across brands do not guarantee equivalent equipment.

2011 Mazda MX-5 — actual listing photo
Your comparison starting point

2011 Mazda MX-5

All trims · California

The price overview above is this page’s reference figure. The comparison below uses its own catalog sample: 3 listings with photos.

At least 5 qualifying listings are needed to show a market price.

Photo: several trims listed · 18,824 mi · view VIN

Explore the alternatives

2011 Ford Mustang GT Coupe — actual listing photo

2011 Ford Mustang

$17,923

Median asking price · 21 qualifying listings

Middle 50%$12,949–$21,484

Find listings on VehiSales ↗

Actual GT Coupe listing photo; individual equipment may differ.

2011 Nissan 370Z Touring — actual listing photo

2011 Nissan 370Z

$14,173

Median asking price · 9 qualifying listings

Middle 50%$11,772–$15,997

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Actual Touring listing photo; individual equipment may differ.

2013 Subaru BRZ Base — actual listing photo

2013 Subaru BRZ

$13,900

Median asking price · 17 qualifying listings

Middle 50%$11,995–$14,715

Find listings on VehiSales ↗

Actual Base listing photo; individual equipment may differ.

Compare prices side by side
Asking prices for your current selection (USD)
Model / trimMedianMiddle 50%Listings
2011 Mazda MX-5
All trims
see price overview above—3
2011 Dodge Challenger
All trims
$13,777$9,400–$16,99513
2011 Chevrolet Camaro
All trims
$12,142$10,045–$22,99028
2011 Ford Mustang
All trims
$17,923$12,949–$21,48421
2011 Nissan 370Z
All trims
$14,173$11,772–$15,9979
2013 Subaru BRZ
All trims
$13,900$11,995–$14,71517

What these prices mean

Only catalog listings with photos are included. Trim names do not verify equivalent equipment. Prices are asking prices, not completed sales. Alternatives share the body style and class of the source model; the nearest model years are used when the same year has too few listings. Price differences are not a valuation adjustment or guaranteed savings.

Snapshot: November 15, 2026, 05:00 UTC. 1 source listings excluded by statistical price screening; this does not verify that every deposit or payment ad has been removed.

VehiSales opens in a new tab with the model, year and known mileage range. Confirm trim, fuel, drivetrain, condition and location on VehiSales; its live inventory may differ.

What is your car worth?

Wondering how much your 2011 Mazda MX-5 is worth? Start with a car value lookup by VIN, then compare vehicles with similar mileage, equipment and condition.

Enter your VIN to find your exact vehicle and explore available market pricing and comparable listings.

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2011 Mazda MX-5: a fair price for your mileage

Mileage means the miles recorded on the odometer. Compare asking prices in your mileage band, then select a trim — the equipment version — to narrow the comparison where data is available.

Across the national mileage bands, the overall difference is roughly $700 per 10,000 miles. These are different vehicles, not depreciation of the same car.

Region · trim United States · All trims

Active listings 37

Median asking price $15,990

National snapshot · November 15, 2026

Mileage means the total miles on the odometer. Each point shows the median asking price for a mileage band; shaded areas show the middle 50% of prices.

Swipe the chart horizontally to see every mileage band.

$15K 30K mi 60K mi 90K mi All listings

Counts cover the selected region and trim, including listings without usable mileage. Thin mileage bands and rare or unknown trims may be omitted from the chart.

View the full national mileage price table
Mileage ⓘ Based on ⓘ Fair price ⓘ Typical range ⓘ
15K–30K miles 8 listings $17,492 $17K–$19K
45K–60K miles 6 listings $17,790 $18K–$18K
Over 105K miles 10 listings $11,388 $10K–$12K

United States — all states. These bands combine different trims, conditions and listing histories. They do not hold trim or condition constant. National data; the mix of vehicles in California may differ.

Trim-level pricing isn't reliable enough for this model yet — mileage and configuration explain most of the spread above.

Understand the differences

2011 Mazda MX-5: VIN configurations and specifications

Multiple VIN patterns can share the same trim. Compare their recorded equipment, then open a specification page for the full details.

Browse all 5 VIN configurations
Where these specifications come from

Specifications combine decoded VIN data, including NHTSA vPIC , with inventory records. If decoding does not identify a trim, a recorded inventory trim may be shown. VIN patterns do not confirm every installed option.

Counts describe observed VINs in our database, not factory production totals. Prices are median asking prices from qualifying U.S. listings, not original MSRP. Check the vehicle’s build sheet for exact equipment.

FACTORY REFERENCE

2011 Mazda MX-5 factory brochure

Model-year reference for features and equipment. Actual VIN equipment may differ.

No verified factory brochure is currently listed for this exact model year.

Need equipment for a specific vehicle? Look up its factory window sticker →

Price trend

Average price is down $9,474 since August 30.

Average asking price (USD) · California · all trims. Hover, tap or focus a point for its date and price.

Chart scale: $15,789–$28,199. On narrow screens, scroll the chart sideways to see the full period.

$28,199 $25,097 $21,994 $18,892 $15,789 August 30, 2026: $26,998 average asking price August 31, 2026: $26,998 average asking price September 1, 2026: $26,998 average asking price September 2, 2026: $26,998 average asking price September 3, 2026: $26,998 average asking price September 4, 2026: $26,998 average asking price September 5, 2026: $26,998 average asking price September 6, 2026: $26,998 average asking price September 7, 2026: $26,956 average asking price September 8, 2026: $26,956 average asking price September 9, 2026: $26,956 average asking price September 10, 2026: $26,956 average asking price September 11, 2026: $26,456 average asking price September 12, 2026: $26,456 average asking price September 13, 2026: $26,456 average asking price September 14, 2026: $25,456 average asking price September 15, 2026: $25,456 average asking price September 16, 2026: $25,456 average asking price September 17, 2026: $25,456 average asking price September 18, 2026: $25,456 average asking price September 19, 2026: $25,456 average asking price September 20, 2026: $25,456 average asking price September 21, 2026: $25,456 average asking price September 22, 2026: $25,456 average asking price September 23, 2026: $24,998 average asking price September 24, 2026: $24,998 average asking price September 25, 2026: $24,998 average asking price September 26, 2026: $24,998 average asking price September 27, 2026: $22,494 average asking price September 28, 2026: $21,659 average asking price September 29, 2026: $19,990 average asking price September 30, 2026: $19,990 average asking price October 1, 2026: $19,990 average asking price October 2, 2026: $19,990 average asking price October 3, 2026: $19,990 average asking price October 19, 2026: $16,990 average asking price October 20, 2026: $18,790 average asking price October 21, 2026: $18,790 average asking price October 22, 2026: $18,582 average asking price October 23, 2026: $18,582 average asking price October 24, 2026: $18,582 average asking price October 25, 2026: $18,167 average asking price October 26, 2026: $18,167 average asking price October 27, 2026: $18,167 average asking price October 28, 2026: $18,325 average asking price October 29, 2026: $18,241 average asking price October 30, 2026: $18,241 average asking price October 31, 2026: $18,325 average asking price November 1, 2026: $17,995 average asking price November 2, 2026: $17,995 average asking price November 3, 2026: $18,167 average asking price November 4, 2026: $18,167 average asking price November 5, 2026: $18,167 average asking price November 6, 2026: $18,167 average asking price November 7, 2026: $17,995 average asking price November 8, 2026: $17,995 average asking price November 9, 2026: $18,167 average asking price November 10, 2026: $17,782 average asking price November 11, 2026: $17,791 average asking price November 12, 2026: $17,791 average asking price November 13, 2026: $17,391 average asking price November 14, 2026: $17,391 average asking price November 15, 2026: $17,524 average asking price Aug 30, 2026 Sep 30, 2026 Nov 15, 2026
Daily average price table
Date Average asking price (USD)
November 15, 2026 $17,524
November 14, 2026 $17,391
November 13, 2026 $17,391
November 12, 2026 $17,791
November 11, 2026 $17,791
November 10, 2026 $17,782
November 9, 2026 $18,167
November 8, 2026 $17,995
November 7, 2026 $17,995
November 6, 2026 $18,167
November 5, 2026 $18,167
November 4, 2026 $18,167
November 3, 2026 $18,167
November 2, 2026 $17,995
November 1, 2026 $17,995
October 31, 2026 $18,325
October 30, 2026 $18,241
October 29, 2026 $18,241
October 28, 2026 $18,325
October 27, 2026 $18,167
October 26, 2026 $18,167
October 25, 2026 $18,167
October 24, 2026 $18,582
October 23, 2026 $18,582
October 22, 2026 $18,582
October 21, 2026 $18,790
October 20, 2026 $18,790
October 19, 2026 $16,990
October 3, 2026 $19,990
October 2, 2026 $19,990
October 1, 2026 $19,990
September 30, 2026 $19,990
September 29, 2026 $19,990
September 28, 2026 $21,659
September 27, 2026 $22,494
September 26, 2026 $24,998
September 25, 2026 $24,998
September 24, 2026 $24,998
September 23, 2026 $24,998
September 22, 2026 $25,456
September 21, 2026 $25,456
September 20, 2026 $25,456
September 19, 2026 $25,456
September 18, 2026 $25,456
September 17, 2026 $25,456
September 16, 2026 $25,456
September 15, 2026 $25,456
September 14, 2026 $25,456
September 13, 2026 $26,456
September 12, 2026 $26,456
September 11, 2026 $26,456
September 10, 2026 $26,956
September 9, 2026 $26,956
September 8, 2026 $26,956
September 7, 2026 $26,956
September 6, 2026 $26,998
September 5, 2026 $26,998
September 4, 2026 $26,998
September 3, 2026 $26,998
September 2, 2026 $26,998
September 1, 2026 $26,998
August 31, 2026 $26,998
August 30, 2026 $26,998

THINK BEYOND THE PURCHASE PRICE

Mazda MX-5 depreciation

See how asking prices change as cars age. Compare model years and find where your budget goes further.

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Different vehicles and model years — not a forecast.

2011 Mazda MX-5 inventory across the U.S.

See how asking prices vary across states. Looking for a 2011 Mazda MX-5 for sale near you? Open your state's price guide to compare its market, then follow the local listings link to browse available vehicles.

United States · all trims · snapshot November 15, 2026. Explore state markets below. Prices and counts cover all trims in each state; the full comparison table remains available below the map.

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What does this map show?

The numbers are active listings, not prices. Badges mark the 2 busiest mapped states to keep the map readable; other states can also have listings.

Hover over a state or focus it with your keyboard for details. Click a linked state or its number to open that state's price page.

State details will appear here. On a phone, tap a linked state to open its prices; use the full table for easier browsing.

Scroll the map sideways on smaller screens. Numbers stay large enough to read.

California — 6 active listings Ohio — 6 active listings 6California — 6 active listings 6Ohio — 6 active listings
Most active listings Other states with active listings No active listings or insufficient data

Alaska and Hawaii are not drawn on this map. Where qualifying data is available, they appear in the full state table. Grey does not necessarily mean no cars are for sale.

What would a 2011 Mazda MX-5 cost per month?

Estimate the monthly payment on a $15,990 vehicle. Move the numbers to match your own loan.

10% down
7.0% is an illustrative starting rate — use your own lender quote.
Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$285
per month
60 months · 7.0% APR · $1,599 down
Amount financed
$14,391
Total interest
$2,709

Estimate only. Excludes tax, title, registration and dealer fees, and assumes a fixed-rate loan with equal monthly payments. Your actual rate depends on your credit and lender.

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Frequently asked questions

Why do 2011 Mazda MX-5 prices range from $16,150 to $17,994 in California?

The spread comes down to configuration and mileage: higher-mileage, base-configuration examples sit near the low end, while low-mileage and premium configurations reach the top. Half of all listings fall between $17,590 and $17,990 — see the mileage and trim breakdowns above for where a specific vehicle lands.

How much should mileage change the price of a 2011 Mazda MX-5?

Across the lowest- and highest-mileage groups, asking prices differ by roughly $700 per 10,000 miles. These groups contain different vehicles: this is not a same-trim adjustment or a forecast for one car. Compare the mileage and trim tables, then check condition, equipment and vehicle history.

Do Mazda MX-5 prices in California differ from the rest of the country?

Yes. The average in California is $17,524, which is $2,619 above the national average of $14,905. Local supply, demand and transport costs all play a part.

How many 2011 Mazda MX-5 are for sale in California right now?

6 in total, nearly all pre-owned. Counts refresh daily from live dealer inventory.

Is this the trade-in value or private-party value of my 2011 Mazda MX-5?

These figures describe dealer asking prices, not trade-in offers, private-party sale values or completed sale prices. Use them to compare advertised vehicles. To find out what a buyer or dealer would pay for your car, request an offer that takes its mileage, condition, equipment and history into account.

How we calculate these prices

We track 6 active listings for this vehicle across dealer sites in California, updated every day. Average and median are computed from real asking prices on live listings. We exclude the top and bottom 2% of prices to reduce the influence of extreme values. This does not verify title status or guarantee that every erroneous listing is excluded. Prices reflect dealer asking prices — not final sale prices — and exclude taxes, fees, and incentives. Trim and mileage move the price more than any other factor; see the breakdowns above.

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